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Popcorn, Highbury Little Theatre, Sutton Coldfield
Mar 4 2008 By John Slim
THE language is not for the faint-hearted, but the off-the-wall humour and the seemingly endless supply of one-liners, delivered by a company of unfailing talent, ensures that Ben Elton's excoriating look at society's self-serving values gets the airing it deserves.
Wayne Ingram is excellent as the intruder who has left a trail of mayhem across four states before he arrives at the home of a Hollywood film director.
He's frightening, he's unpredictable and he's merciless - but he does appear devoted to Scout, Laura Chinn's daffy caricature blonde with a face that launches a score of expressions.
A talented cast has Sarah Garrington, Louise North and Sarah Hickman in excellent form. Tony Rogers' production runs until Saturday.
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